10 More States Say They Will Accept Tobacco Deal

OTHER NEWS TO NOTE - NORTHEAST

November 20, 1998

NEW YORK - More than half of the 46 states eligible to share in a $206 billion tobacco settlement had embraced the package as of the eve of today's deadline. Michigan, considered crucial for acceptance of the agreement, was among 10 states Thursday that announced plans to sign the deal, designed to resolve state claims for the costs of treating sick smokers. Florida is among four states that agreed to an earlier settlement.